Before taking sumatriptan, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are
allergic to it; or to other migraine drugs; or if you have any other
allergies. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if
you have risk factors for heart disease including: high cholesterol level,
high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking history, family history of heart
disease or stroke, obesity. Caution is also recommended in women after
menopause or after removal of the ovaries, and men over 40 years old because
of an increased risk for undiagnosed heart disease. Before using this
medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially
of: certain blood circulation disorders a heart condition, stroke, chest
pain, kidney disease, liver problems, seizures. There have been rare reports
of those with sulfa drug allergies having allergic reactions to sumatriptan.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist. Because this medication may cause
dizziness and drowsiness, use caution engaging in activities requiring
alertness. The manufacturer does not recommend use of sumatriptan in the
elderly, because they may be more sensitive to its side effects. This
medication should be used only when clearly needed if you are pregnant or
trying to become pregnant. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
This medication appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor about
breast-feeding.